What is another word for curl up?
Pronunciation: [kˈɜːl ˈʌp] (IPA) 
"Curl up" is a phrasal verb that is often used to describe the physical action of bending oneself into a huddled position. However, it can also be used metaphorically to describe the emotional state of someone who withdraws into oneself. Some synonyms for "curl up" that convey a similar physical or emotional state include: huddle, snuggle, crouch, cringe, shrink, retreat, withdraw, conceal oneself, hibernate, nestle, coalesce. All of these words suggest a sense of closeness and protection, as well as a desire to escape from the stressors and demands of the outside world.
